WHAT AN EVENT! This is a panoramic view of the dinner. Prior to the dinner we were encouraged to submit our bids on 88 donated silent auction items. Many came from Denver area establishments and we also had some brought from the Philippines. During the review we were offered several scrumptious appetizers, with a variety of drinks to quench our […]
This is a photo taken of most of the group assembled in Denver. We found the splitting into Surgery, Perioperative and Outreach groups to be very beneficial. The initial planning of what will be required once we get to IloIlo and Kalibo was discussed.
Outreach Volunteer Megs Lunn with Senator of the Phils, Edgardo “Ed” Angara during the former visit to the Senate Office to talk about the partnership of Uplift Operation Taghoy with the latter. IT WAS A SUCCESS! Megs is proud to have represented Uplift Internationale to the appointment.
DG Emma showing Dr. Dick somebody’s tex for consultation…hello, is there a doctor in town? while PP Bill looks on ….. After inventory, the machines were brought to the hospital for testing…… Dr. Dick and Megs on their knees during the inventory…. Visit and courtesy call with Iloilo Medical Society…….saying goodbyes here… Sumptous seafood lunch with Bob Garcia – one […]
TYPHOON FRANK TASK FORCE REHAB AKLAN On June 21, 2008, Aklan was devastated badly by Typhoon Frank. Two of the hardest hit towns are Kalibo and Numancia. However, other neighboring towns are also damaged specifically those along the coastal area of the province. The Rotary Club of Kalibo is one of the non-government organizations which assisted in the provision and […]
Fellow Rotarians in Service, I am proud to share with you that UPLIFT INTERNATIONALE (OPERATION TAGHOY MISSION 2009) will be in Iloilo City 16-20 February and Kalibo 23-27 February 2009. The yearly Operation Taghoy in the Philippines by the team of medical doctors, nurses and volunteers based from Colorado, USA is lead by PP Jaime Yrastorza (MD) of RC Wheatridge […]
By: Megs Lunn (Team Member from the Philippines) We arrived at Iloilo Airport late pm and in San Jose Feb. 22 same day though dark already with other members after a long trip of my 36 other fellow team members from Colorado. Mr. Bob Garcia of St. Joseph Academy, Iloilo City graciously offered his air conditioned school bus and while […]
“Thank you for being a great help to the Antiquenos. Your generosity will always leave a mark to all the patients and their families you guys helped in order for them to have a better and brighter future. God bless and see you again soon.” Susan Liao, Manager, The Pinnacle Suites & Function Hotel, Antique. “Thank you. We are happy […]
One of the team members Megs Lunn from the Philippines let her second year Tourism students joined the Mission 2008 as volunteers: Interpreter and running errands for some team members, too. They all had a good time playing with the patients and helping the team get things done easier and faster especially on conversation with the locals. Two of the […]
What a difference a day makes in the wards! It is a much less hectic and crowded place. Only a hand full of patients remain, as all the patients have been released except for today’s surgeries. Families were busy preparing food, providing care to their children and there was even time and space for a jigsaw puzzle. Over the past […]
Join Us for a Night of Giving: The Annual Fundraising Gala
Dear Friends,
We are thrilled to extend a warm invitation to our beloved community for the highlight event of the year: our Annual Fundraising Gala. Mark your calendars for an evening of elegance, purpose, and generosity as we come together to make a meaningful impact.
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